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COVID-19 Resources for Families

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed parenting and family dynamics in countless ways. Staying informed and proactive is key to safeguarding your family's health as you navigate this new normal.

Parenting has always been a journey filled with surprises, but the pandemic added unprecedented layers of complexity. Families like yours have encountered obstacles that have reshaped their daily lives, from juggling remote learning and working from home to navigating changing public health guidelines.

As the world moves forward from COVID, parents must help their children adjust to the lasting changes brought on by the pandemic. Whether fostering resilience, ensuring physical well-being, or striving for both, navigating this post-COVID world requires a thoughtful approach—and having the right resources can make all the difference.

The Unique Challenges of Parenting Post-COVID

The aftermath of COVID-19 has brought new hurdles for families. Some of the most common challenges include:

  • Rebuilding Social Skills: After months (or even years) of limited in-person interaction, many children are learning to reconnect with peers and navigate social settings again. Parents often wonder how to best support their kids through this process.
  • Detecting Mental Health Concerns: Children and parents may have faced heightened anxiety, depression, and stress brought on by the pandemic. Knowing how to recognize and address these concerns is critical to fostering a healthy family environment.
  • Keeping Up with Health Guidelines: COVID-19 is still a part of our lives, with evolving guidance on vaccinations, booster shots, and preventive measures. Staying informed helps families make the best decisions for their health.
  • Balancing Screen Time: With remote learning and virtual activities taking center stage during the pandemic, many families are working to establish healthier boundaries around screen use.

These challenges underscore the need for reliable, practical resources to help families thrive in a post-pandemic world.

Why COVID-19 Education Matters

Even as the pandemic recedes from its peak, COVID-19 education remains essential. Staying informed empowers children and parents to:

  • Understand the latest recommendations on vaccinations, masks, hygiene, and quarantine guidelines.
  • Protect themselves and vulnerable family members against new variants.
  • Prevent the spread of new variants.
  • Know how to navigate public health resources, find testing sites, and access vaccines.

Teaching children about the importance of public health builds resilience and a lifelong understanding of staying safe and healthy in the face of challenges. By being proactive, you can safeguard your little ones’ physical, emotional, and social development.

COVID-19 Education Resources for Your Family

CMCFresno is committed to being your trusted partner through every stage of parenting. Explore the following COVID-19 resources today and take the first step toward your family's healthier, happier future.

Parenting for Lifelong Health: Free Resources about COVID-19

At CMCFresno, we believe in providing families with evidence-based, practical, and effective resources. That’s why we’ve partnered with Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) to bring you the very best tools and strategies for navigating life after COVID-19.

PLH is a global initiative that provides families with evidence-based parenting programs designed to improve family well-being and reduce risks like violence and parental stress. PLH's programs are developed through collaboration with organizations like WHO, UNICEF, and USAID. They emphasize building positive parent-child relationships, managing stress, promoting nonviolent behavior management, and supporting education. For more resources, visit the Parenting for Lifelong Health webpage.


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Parenting in a post-COVID-19 world comes with unique challenges and opportunities—and CMCFresno is here to guide you every step of the way.

Our compassionate team offers practical advice about supporting your child’s emotional and physical well-being, rebuilding healthy routines, and fostering resilience after the pandemic. With resources for COVID-19 concerns and personalized guidance from experienced pediatricians, we’re committed to helping you navigate this new chapter with confidence.

Let’s work together to keep your family strong and thriving.

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